Best Middle Schools in Bensonhurst
The top middle schools in Bensonhurst, ranked by our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. J.H.S. 227 Edward B. Shallow leads with 57/100, followed by I.S. 096 Seth Low and Brooklyn Studio Secondary School. 6 middle schools in Bensonhurst in total.
The ranking
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J.H.S. 227 Edward B. Shallow6500 16 AVENUE
- 6–8 Middle School
2
I.S. 096 Seth Low99 AVENUE P
- 6–8 Middle School
3
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School8310 21 Avenue
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
4
Not ratedNew Utrecht Evening Hs M/W1601 80 STREET
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
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Not ratedNew Utrecht Evening Hs T/R1601 80 STREET
- 6–8 Middle School
- 9–12 High School
6
Not ratedTiferes Miriam School For Girls6510 17 AVENUE
- 6–8 Middle School
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best middle school in Bensonhurst?
- J.H.S. 227 Edward B. Shallow ranks highest by our overall rating (57/100), ahead of I.S. 096 Seth Low. The best fit depends on your child — Smart Match (Motley Pro) ranks schools against your family's priorities.
- How many middle schools are in Bensonhurst?
- There are 6 middle schools in Bensonhurst.
- How are these schools ranked?
- By our overall rating — the average of the school's New York State ELA and math proficiency, grades 3–8, shown out of 100. The Approaching / Meeting / Exceeding bands are our thresholds, not New York State levels. Smart Match (Motley Pro) weighs academics, diversity, programs, distance from home, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.
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